Publications by authors named "Cristina Rotllan"
Background: For professional road cyclists, most overload injuries affect the lower limbs. They are mostly represented by contractures or muscle shortening, characterised by a variation of muscular tone, stiffness, and elasticity. This real-life study aimed to assess specific mechanical parameters in top-class female cyclists who participated in 3 races a week.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWinter Sports Injuries in Elite Female Athletes: A Narrative Review.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
May 2023
Article Synopsis
- There is a significant gap in reviews about injuries specifically affecting elite female athletes in winter sports.
- A comprehensive study found that female alpine skiers have a high incidence of knee injuries, particularly ACL tears, estimated at 7.6 per 100 racers per season, while snowboarders and cross-country skiers often injure their ankles and feet due to contact with objects.
- Injury risk factors for females differ from males, with females more prone to overuse injuries during competition, which can inform future coaching strategies and prevention efforts.